Fees and Tuition

Butte College International Student Cost Estimation

It is important to prepare for the initial expenses during your first month at Butte College. Below you will find an estimate of costs. Find the column with your admission term. We have also included a Mid-year estimate for a non-registration month.

Fall AdmissionAugust Estimate

Mid-year Estimate

Spring AdmissionJanuary Estimate

Tuition & Services

$3200

$0

$3200

Books & Supplies

$300-$500

$0

$300-$500

Housing(monthly average)

$400-$740

$400-$740

$400-$740

Housing Deposit(first month only)

$400-$700

$0

$400-$700

Health Insurance(6 month coverage)

$270

$0

$270

Food

$300-$1000

$300-$1000

$300-$1000

Move in Expenses

$100-$300

$100-$800

Total Estimated Cost(one month)

$4,700-$6,750

$700-$1,740

$4,700 - $6,750

*Once you are a continuing student you will pay your tuition & service fees in November (Spring registration), and April (Fall registration).

Scholarships are available for new and continuing international students. The Fee Waiver Scholarship is available through the International Office and other scholarships are available through the Butte College Foundation! We encourage you to apply for scholarships through both offices. For more information, contact Rachel Wood via email at woodra@butte.edu or by telephone at (530) 895-2991.